Trump Expands Convention Role as Republicans Seek to Rally Voters Before Midterms
Some GOP lawmakers are skipping the event as party leaders say others will attend and early voting is nearing, officials said.
- President Donald Trump's upcoming GOP midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, faces substantial absences as numerous Republican lawmakers plan to skip the event scheduled for next week.
- Over 45 GOP members of Congress cited campaign duties, family events, and scheduling conflicts as reasons to avoid the gathering, while critics called the event "a waste of time" and "a mess."
- Attendees face steep costs with a $25,000 minimum donation required and $88,600 for a photo opportunity with Trump, prompting some to balk at the "five-figure fees."
- RNC national press secretary Natalie Baldassarre defended the event as rallying behind the "America First agenda," while Texas Rep. Beth Van Duyne argued high fees support candidates in competitive races.
- The convention kicks off September 9, positioning Trump at midterm campaigning's center as Republicans worry about the political cost of appearing too close to the president amid low approval ratings.
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Times of IndiaTrump expands convention role as Republicans seek to rally voters before midterms
President Trump will now address the Republican convention on both nights. This expanded role competes with the NFL season's opening games. Party officials are concerned about attracting attendees to the Dallas event. Trump faces weak approval ratings amid voter dissatisfaction with current issues. The convention aims to rally voters behind Trump's agenda before elections.
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By Steve Holland, Nandita Bose and Nathan Layne WASHINGTON, Sept 2 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump will now speak on both nights of the Republican Party's unusual midterm convention next week, a party official said on Wednesday, an expanded role that will compete for viewers [...]
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